As for increasing the number of matches and concern for stretching competition hours too far, why not just have more divisions? Talking with a few mentors and peers, we felt that there was enough room to add at least one or two more fields in middle of the Edwards Jones Dome. I don't know how much this would complicate scheduling, seating, and Einstein match ups, but it is an option.
Also, thank you all FIRST Mentors, Volunteers, and Supporters for making such an amazing organization and learning experience possible for students around the world!
I'm just finishing up my final year of High School and moving on to an exciting future, but I promise that I'll return over breaks to help mentor and volunteer at FIRST events!
Thanks for everything you've done and know that we appreciate it!